Millions of children go hungry over summer holidays, Labour say
Housing crisis forcing 1.3 million children to live in ‘overcrowded’ conditions
£5.2bn council funding gap is 'underestimate', says LGA
Jenrick announces £9m Brexit cash for councils
Council considers job cuts to fund children’s services
Campaigners warn of ‘democracy deserts’
Sutton completes first council housing in 30 years
Declaring a climate change emergency
Local authorities can play a key role in tackling climate change – and there is plenty for them to do. Never before has thinking globally and acting locally been more important, says Mark Whitehead.
The June issue of Local Government News contains the full details of all the winning schemes in the 2019 Street Design Awards. From Children's Play to Pedestrian Environment, find out who has been recognised for their innovation and use of best practice.
This issue also explores how local government pension funds can hedge currency risk, how councils can best address the shortfall in school places, and an update on the number of authorities banning the use of Roundup over safety fears.
